Have you walked past the St James Centre recently and wondered what on earth is going on? The centre was closed to the public in October 2016 when a huge regeneration project commenced. The site is under complete redevelopment and the project is expected to complete in 2020. The new development will be a mix …
Mice in your property Seeing mice in Edinburgh properties is extremely common. To some they are a nuisance, to others they can be terrifying. The truth is it is extremely difficult, almost impossible, to stop the occasional mouse making an appearance. Mice pass through extremely tight spaces and can move easily between properties. This is …
Do You Own a Second Home in Edinburgh? Having reached the point where we are turning guests away, we are looking for new residences to let. If you, or someone you know, has a second home in Edinburgh that lies empty for a part of the year, why not let it out? We’ll take care …
Buying a Second Home in Edinburgh Many of our short-term landlords are renting out their second homes here in Edinburgh and we are regularly contacted by prospective purchasers asking for our advice. To make it easier for you, we have written the below article to provide answers to some of our most common FAQs. Why …
Where to invest in Edinburgh We are often asked by potential landlords with an eye to property investment which areas of Edinburgh will offer the best return for their money. For some time now both the Dalry and Leith Walk areas have proven to offer a reliable income as the strong demand for rentals, particularly …
Whether you’re coming to Scotland for a short holiday or making a longer term move, understanding (or at least partly understanding) what the locals are saying to you is always helpful. If you think you would have no issues holding a conversation with Scottish locals because you took English lessons or come from an English …
Whether you’re looking to sample fresh local seafood, Highland game or something a little more exotic, Edinburgh is a perfect place to be if you are a food lover. Great quality restaurants can be found around every corner of this beautiful city. Here at At Home In Edinburgh we have hand picked 5 great restaurants …
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2016 is celebrating the 70th year of culture, performance and fun. There are over 3,000 shows from 48 different countries in almost 300 venues across Edinburgh ranging from stand up comedy to family shows, Shakespeare to contemporary theatre, music to dance performances. While choices are always good to have, sometimes it …
Scotland’s capital Edinburgh is well known for its festivals, castles and haunted tales. People travel from all over the world to experience the beauty and the rich culture that the capital has to offer ranging from art, history, nature to all sorts of entertainment. However, Edinburgh can be an expensive place to visit particularly in …
The epic result of the EU referendum has filled many home owners with concern. However, this may be unfounded. Only time will tell if the decision to leave the UK will have any major impact on the property market but our sources at the ESPC think the Scottish housing market is stable enough to weather …
